V Krishna Kumar

Dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a genuine passion for geopolitics and international relations with a deep interest for maritime affairs. Skilled in crafting well-researched analysis on geopolitical risks. Ability to work efficiently and achieve goals under pressure.

Research Intern - Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA)

• Collected data and wrote analysis reports of geopolitical events in Africa.
• Extensive research done on maritime domain awareness in the Western Indian Ocean.

Research Intern - Foreign Policy Research Centre (FPRC)

• Carried out extensive research on Red Sea Crisis and the role of India.

Research Intern - Center for Public Policy Research (CPPR)

• Part of organization team for international conferences and dialogues.
• Worked in the international relations vector and carried out research on India's maritime affairs

Journalism Intern - INPAC TIMES

• Wrote and published 20+ news articles on international relations and geopolitics

Master's - Geopolitical and International Relations - Manipal Academy of Higher Education (2024-01 - 2026-12)

Bachelor - Political Science - St. Thomas College palai (2020-01 - 2023-12)